Scope and Content

Records of Bristol & West of England Bank relating to its operation and its amalgamation with Lloyds, including correspondence and amalgamation agreement.

Administrative / Biographical History

This joint stock bank was established in 1879. It was formed out of the business of some branches of the West of England & South Wales District Bank (est. 1834) which had failed in 1878. In 1892, when it had 22 branches, it was acquired by Lloyds.

Conditions Governing Access

Access is by appointment only, and at the discretion of the Archivist. Please e-mail archives@lloydsbanking.com for further information.